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| Emittent | People`s Republic of China |
|---|---|
| Jahr | 1955-2000 |
| Typ | Standard circulation coin |
| Nennwert | 5 Fen (伍分) |
| Währung | Second Rénmínbì (1955-date) |
| Material | Aluminium (94.6% Aluminium, 5% Magnesium, 0.04% Manganese) |
| Gewicht | 1.6 g |
| Durchmesser | 24 mm |
| Dicke | 1.8 mm |
| Form | Round |
| Prägetechnik | Milled |
| Ausrichtung | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Stempelschneider | |
| Im Umlauf bis | |
| Referenz(en) | KM#3, Y#3 |
| Aversbeschreibung | China`s emblem: Tian`anmen, `Gate of Heavenly Peace`, gate to the forbidden city, 5 stars above it. Was Y#3 |
|---|---|
| Aversschrift | Chinese |
| Averslegende |
中 華 人 民 共 和 國 (Translation: People`s Republic of China) |
| Reversbeschreibung | Ears surrounding the face value |
| Reversschrift | Chinese |
| Reverslegende |
5 伍分 1990 (Translation: 5 Five Fen 1990) |
| Rand | Milled |
| Prägestätte | |
| Auflage |
1955 - Modern letters - 1956 - Modern letters - 1957 - Modern letters - 1974 - Stylized letters, different font - 1975 - Modern letters - 1976 - Modern letters - 350 000 1976 - Stylized letters, different font - 1979 - Modern letters - 1980 - Modern letters - 1981 - Modern letters - 1981 - Modern letters; Proof - 10 000 1982 - Modern letters - 1982 - Modern letters; Proof - 10 000 1982 - Stylized letters, different font - 1983 - Modern letters - 484 000 1983 - Modern letters; Proof - 10 000 1984 - Modern letters - 600 000 1984 - Modern letters; Proof - 10 000 1984 - Stylized letters, different font - 1985 - Modern letters - 1985 - Modern letters; Proof - 4 825 1986 - Modern letters - 1986 - Modern letters; Proof - 660 1987 - Modern letters - 1988 - Modern letters - 1989 - Modern letters - 1990 - Modern letters - 1991 - Modern letters - 1991 - Modern letters; Proof - 20 000 1992 - Modern letters - 1992 - Modern letters; Proof - 20 000 1993 - Modern letters, In Sets only - 1993 - Modern letters; Proof - 20 000 1994 - Modern letters, In Sets only - 1994 - Modern letters; Proof - 20 000 1995 - Modern letters, In Sets only - 1995 - Modern letters; Proof - 20 000 1996 - Modern letters, In Sets only - 1996 - Modern letters; Proof - 20 000 1997 - Modern letters - 1997 - Proof - 20 000 1998 - Modern letters - 1998 - Proof - 20 000 1999 - Modern letters - 1999 - Proof - 20 000 2000 - Modern letters - 2000 - Proof - 20 000 |
| Numisquare-ID | 3785872280 |
| Zusätzliche Informationen |
Historical Context: The 5 Fen coin, issued by the People's Republic of China from 1955 to 2000, represents a significant period in modern Chinese history. Spanning the leaderships of Mao Zedong, Deng Xiaoping, and Jiang Zemin, this denomination served as a crucial component of everyday commerce during an era of profound societal transformation. Its extended circulation reflects the PRC's efforts to stabilize its post-revolutionary economy and foster a unified national currency system, adapting through periods of socialist construction and economic reform.
Artistry: The design of the 5 Fen coin embodies the functionalist and nationalistic aesthetic prevalent in early People's Republic of China coinage. While specific engravers are typically not individually credited, the collective design effort emphasizes clarity and national symbolism. The obverse prominently features the iconic Tiananmen Gate, the national emblem, representing the heart of the nation. The reverse displays the denomination "5 FEN" and the year of mintage in a straightforward, legible typeface, reflecting a pragmatic approach to currency design.
Technical/Grading: Composed of an Aluminium alloy (94.6% Aluminium, 5% Magnesium, 0.04% Manganese), this lightweight 24 mm, 1.6 g coin is susceptible to handling marks. Key high-points for assessing wear include the roof details and central tower of the Tiananmen Gate on the obverse, and the raised numerals and characters on the reverse. Due to the soft nature of aluminium, strikes can vary, with some examples exhibiting weaker definition, particularly on intricate architectural elements. Bag marks are a common occurrence, impacting higher grades.